Nearby Attractions
Capcana
You can play golf at Punta Espada, a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, awarded “No.1 golf course in the Caribbean and Mexico” by Golfweek magazine.
Go fishing to the best deep-sea fishing area of the Caribbean located only three miles away from Marina Cap Cana, or simply enjoy with your family and friends a number outdoor activities such as non – motor water sports, snorkeling, kayak and scuba diving excursions at Juanillo beach, play tennis at the Golden Bear Lodge, go horseback riding, rent a bike or a golf cart and discover this place by visiting the eco trails, the cave and the natural spring Hoyo Azul one of the most visited attractions of the area.
For extreme sports lovers, zip Line and buggies rides are available at Scape Park. You may also experience shopping, fine dining and wine tasting at the restaurants located at the Marina. Outside Cap Cana go on a boat excursion to Isla Catalina and swim with dolphins, visit Santo Domingo‘s colonial city, other excursions can be arrange.
CASA DE CAMPO
Beach escapes become more invigorating through play. White-sand beaches and clear blue waters surround La Romana; but at Casa de Campo, there are even more places for games. 90 holes of golf created by celebrated course designer Pete Dye challenge you. 13 impeccable fast-dry Har-Tru tennis courts, three polo playing fields and a comprehensive 245-acre shooting facility await your test.
Weddings and honeymoons become perfect set against the backdrop of the renowned Altos de Chavón. Couples love the views from our oceanfront villa’s.
Sail from private Minitas Beach or catch a trophy fish in the Chavon River. And after an exhilarating game of tennis or golf, relax in a luxury hotel room. The adventure doesn’t stop there. At the Marina, you will find a shopping mall, a yacht club, a sailing school and more.
Altos de Chavon
A place to remember, Altos de Chavon, is an architectural wonder, a 16th century replica of a Mediterranean village perched high above the Chavón River. The village was designed by Dominican architect Jose Antonio Caro, and created by Italian master designer and cinematographer Roberto Coppa. Dominican artisans handcrafted the stone pathways, decorative ironwork, furniture and enchanting buildings, reviving almost forgotten crafts of metal work and stone carving. Under Coppa´s direction, each stone was hand cut, each wooden door frame was handcrafted and each wrought-iron detail hand-forged. Construction of the village began in 1976 and the village was inaugurated in 1982 with the concert of Frank Sinatra at the amphitheater.
Altos de Chavon was built as a center of culture for the Dominican people. Dominican residents, tourists and working artists, flock to this magically inspirational locale.
Today, this amazing village is the site of many fine restaurants, boutiques, museums and the Altos de Chavon School of Design affiliated with Parson´s School of Design in New York.
Throughout Altos de Chavon, breathtaking venues provide a memorable backdrops for milestone celebrations. The St. Stanislaus Church, plazas and terraces are just a few of the sites available for special occasions.
The Art Gallery is dedicated to the promotion of national culture through the exhibition of Dominican art. A crucial expository platform for art and design students, the Gallery also serves as host to high-level international exhibitors. Dominican artists who show at the Gallery gain vital access to the large number of worldwide visitors to Altos de Chavon. At the same time, international artists exhibiting at the Gallery are offered entree to the Dominican art community, resulting in a rich dialogue and cross-cultural interchange.
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Catalina Island
Near La Altagracia and La Romana, the island itself is only 9.6 square kilometers in size, and is a diverse preservation of eco-systems including sand dunes, mangroves, and reefs. Formed out of coral stone, the island contains three overlapping plateaus. The highest elevation on the island is only 60 feet above sea level. The seas around the Island are rich in wildlife, with many species of birds and tropical marine fish, and there are large areas where natural sandbars offshore bring the depth to just a few feet.
Easter National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Eastern National Park (Parque Nacional del Este) is a prime habitat for hundreds of species of plants and animals, including 112 species of birds. The reserve also encompasses one of the Caribbean's largest marine parks with an immense coral reef system. Four species of sea turtles as well as manatees, bottlenose dolphins, and numerous species of fish live in its tropical waters. In addition to this wealth of biodiversity, the park is the habitat for the rare paloma coronita (crowned, or white-headed dove) and the rhinoceros iguana. Besides the excellent diving and snorkeling, visitors to the park can view examples of pre-Columbian art in its system of caves, or relax on some of the park's remote beaches. The sandy beaches of Saona Island (Isla Saona) are a popular side trip for visitors to the region.
Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo, the oldest city in the New World, lovingly preserves the jewels of its rich history and culture. Top on the list of the city's treasures is the historic Colonial City (Zona Colonial), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with cobblestone streets, stunning Spanish Colonial architecture, and excellent restaurants. Perhaps the most significant site here is the First Cathedral of America, the oldest existing cathedral in the Americas. Also worthwhile is the Museum of the Royal Houses and the early 16th century Alcazar De Colón, built by the son of Christopher Columbus. The Plaza de la Cultura is museum central. Here visitors will find the Palace of Fine Arts, Museum of Modern Art, and the National Palace to name a few. Other highlights of the city include the Columbus Palace, Ozama Fort, National Botanical Gardens, and the Malecón, a picturesque seaside promenade.